2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Panda | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
